If you haven't already, I recommend shifter bushings. I feel much more comfortable and confident with shifting after installing mine. Engaging gears ian't as vague and it just feels more connected without the stock rubber bushings.
I've looked at that, seeing as the stock shifter has a lot of throw. One reason I haven't yet is because the assy is spring loaded, quite heavily IMO, to "rest" between 3rd and 4th. I've been wondering whether the shorter stick (less leverage) might make the change from 4th to 5th and then to 6th, just that much more difficult.